We are excited to invite you to Valmet Pulp Customer Days


Date: Tuesday – Thursday, March 10-12,
2026 

Location: Hotel Södra Berget, Sundsvall, Sweden

Join us in Sundsvall for three days focused on the future of pulpmaking. Connect with industry peers, gain insights from Valmet specialists, and explore new perspectives on sustainable pulp production.

This year’s theme, “Leading the way in sustainable pulp production,” sets the stage for innovation and collaboration. The program covers global market trends, operational efficiency, sustainability opportunities, and new value streams.

Highlights include site visits to Valmet’s operation in Sundsvall and SCA Ortviken’s CTMP pulp line, along with presentations that showcase best practices and real-world experiences.

Register today and secure your place at an event designed to inform, inspire, and connect the pulp community. We look forward to welcoming you to Sundsvall, Sweden!

Reserve your spot at the event

Join industry peers for insights, networking, and inspiration. Secure your place today.

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Event program

 

Get together​

13.00–19.00

Event registration desk open at Hotel Södra Berget lobby

Collect your badge and welcome bag

19.00–21.00

Welcome drinks and get together event at Hotel Södra Berget

Join us for networking at the lobby called Verandan. Enjoy finger food and drinks while networking.

 

Opening

9.00-10.15

Strategic big picture + market outlook

 
 

Session 1

10.45-12.00

Market changes and implications

 
 
12.00-13.00

Lunch

 
 

Session 2 - Sustainability

 

 

 

 

 
 
14.00-16.30

Visit to Valmet

 
 

Main event dinner

19:00

Dinner at resturant 180°, Södra Berget  

 

Session 3 - Operational excellence

08.30-09.45

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Session 4 - New value streams

10.15-11.30

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11.30-12.30

Lunch

 
 

Site visit - SCA Ortviken

12.30-14.30

Busses leave from the Hotel for a site visit to SCA Ortviken

 

 

 
 
14.30

Busses back

 

Get together​

13.00–19.00

Event registration desk open at Hotel Södra Berget lobby

Collect your badge and welcome bag

19.00–21.00

Welcome drinks and get together event at Hotel Södra Berget

Join us for networking at the lobby called Verandan. Enjoy finger food and drinks while networking.

 

Opening

9.00-10.15

Strategic big picture + market outlook

 
 

Session 1

10.45-12.00

Market changes and implications

 
 
12.00-13.00

Lunch

 
 

Session 2 - Sustainability

 

 

 

 

 
 
14.00-16.30

Visit to Valmet

 
 

Main event dinner

19:00

Dinner at resturant 180°, Södra Berget  

 

Session 3 - Operational excellence

08.30-09.45

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Session 4 - New value streams

10.15-11.30

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11.30-12.30

Lunch

 
 

Site visit - SCA Ortviken

12.30-14.30

Busses leave from the Hotel for a site visit to SCA Ortviken

 

 

 
 
14.30

Busses back

How to book your hotel room

Participants book and pay for their own accommodation. We kindly ask you to make your hotel reservations directly through the hotel’s website. The room rate is 1380 SEK (~130 euros) per night, including breakfast. This price has been negotiated by Valmet.

To make a reservation, please use the booking code: PULP2026. 

If you have any questions regarding hotel arrangements, please contact: reception@sodraberget.com. 

Please note that the special room block is available until 14 February, so we encourage you to book early.

Stay close to the action

Book your room at Hotel Södra Berget for comfort and convenience during the event.

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Event venues

Hotel Södra Berget

Perched high above Sundsvall, Hotel Södra Berget offers breathtaking views, modern comfort, and a relaxing atmosphere. With premium amenities, spa facilities, and direct access to nature, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a day of networking and learning. Enjoy convenience and comfort just steps away from the Valmet Pulp Customer Days venue.

Södra Stadsberget 1, Sundsvall

 

Valmet in Sundsvall

At Valmet’s Sundsvall site, you’ll experience cutting-edge innovation in the pulp industry. The visit includes an exclusive tour of the production facility and the Fiber Technology Center, where advanced research and development shape the future of sustainable fiber solutions. Discover how Valmet combines technology, expertise, and customer collaboration to drive progress in the global pulp sector.

Gustaf Gidlöfs Väg 4, Sundsbruk, Sundsvall

SCA Ortviken

During this visit, you’ll explore SCA Ortviken’s state-of-the-art production line for CTMP, inaugurated in May 2023. The tour includes an inside look at the advanced Fiber Flash Drying system and the efficient baling line—key technologies driving sustainable and high-quality pulp production.

Ortviksvägen 80, Sundsvall 

 

Getting to Valmet Pulp Customer Days

Sundsvall is located in the middle of Sweden, offering beautiful surroundings and easy connections from Stockholm. Whether you choose to fly or take the train, there are convenient options to get here. Below you’ll find details on traveling from Stockholm to Sundsvall, getting from the airport to Hotel Södra Berget, and transportation during the event.

From Stockholm to Sundsvall

There are two convinient ways to get to Sundsvall from Stockholm:
SAS offers domestic flights from Arlanda (ARN) to Sundsvall-Timrå Airport (SDL) a few times per day. 
SJ offers a high-speed train connection about dozen times a day directly from Arlanda Central Station to Sundsvall Central Station.

From Sundsvall Airport to Hotel Södra Berget

The simplest way to get from Sundsvall-Timrå Airport to the hotel is by taxi. Travel time is short, and taxis are readily available outside the terminal.

For booking of taxi use
WeCab +46 60 911 11
Taxi Kurir +46 60 15 00 00

During the event

We have arranged bus transportation between the hotel and the event venues. A Valmet representative will guide you from the hotel lobby to the bus. Departure times are listed in the agenda above.

Snow filled pine trees

Practical information

To help you prepare for Valmet Pulp Customer Days, here are some useful details about what to wear and what to expect from the weather in Sundsvall.
 

Event dress code

Business casual attire is recommended. Safety equipment, including a helmet with glasses and safety vest, will be provided during the mill visit. Please wear clothing that fully covers the body and choose comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for walking. High heels are not recommended.
 

Weather

Please check the forecast when packing. In March, Sundsvall typically has cold, breezy, and snowy conditions, with average highs around 1°C (33°F) and lows near -5°C (23°F). Warm layers and sturdy shoes are recommended.
 

Power

Sweden uses 230 V electricity with Type F/C sockets. If you are traveling from outside Europe, please bring a suitable adapter.

Questions?

In case you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. If you need to cancel your participation, please let us know.

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